Steven Spielberg

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/steven-spielberg

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Steven Spielberg born?December 18, 1946
2. Where was Steven Spielberg born?Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
3. What is Steven Spielberg famous for?He is a movie maker who has created many popular films like Jaws, E.T., and Jurassic Park. He also helps make movies with his companies DreamWorks and Amblin.
4. Why is Jaws called the first summer blockbuster?Jaws was the first movie that showed how to release a film everywhere at once and bring huge crowds to theaters during summer.

Filmmaker: An individual involved in the creation of motion pictures, encompassing directing, producing, and writing roles.
Blockbuster: A film of exceptional commercial success, characterized by high box office revenue and widespread audience appeal.
Academy Award: An annual accolade recognizing outstanding achievements in filmmaking, often referred to as an 'Oscar'.
Director: The primary creative force behind a film, responsible for guiding the artistic and technical aspects of production.